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Gail Borden<br />
<strong>November</strong>-<strong>December</strong><br />
<strong>2021</strong> <strong>Newsletter</strong><br />
Public Library District<br />
Family<br />
Holiday Fun<br />
Experience the warmth and joy that<br />
comes at this time of year. Families<br />
will enjoy sharing special activities<br />
together such as virtually visiting<br />
Alaska, feasting on books, and even<br />
creating a gingerbread house! See<br />
Page 2 for holiday programs offered<br />
by the Library.<br />
Gail Borden Library 1-12<br />
Please stay tuned to<br />
the Library's website for<br />
ongoing updates and more.<br />
gbpl.info/covid.<br />
Por favor, manténgase<br />
atento al sitio web para<br />
recibir actualizaciones y más.<br />
gbpl.info/covid.<br />
Best Picture Books of the Year<br />
with Miss Katie<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 1 • 11 am<br />
Join Miss Katie for book talks highlighting “the<br />
best of the best” picture books from <strong>2021</strong>’s<br />
publishing crop! It is a great opportunity to<br />
discover holiday gifts for little ones.<br />
GBTV with Dominique<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Thursdays, 11/11, 12/2, 12/16<br />
12:30 pm<br />
Get the latest library news and more when<br />
Dominique conducts intriguing interviews<br />
with special guests.<br />
Dr. Poulos Answers<br />
Your COVID-19<br />
Questions ES<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Tuesday, <strong>December</strong> 7<br />
7 pm<br />
Join us on Facebook Live<br />
for current information<br />
about COVID-19, vaccines<br />
and more with local<br />
family doctor<br />
Dr. Dori Poulos.<br />
City of Elgin A-D<br />
City of Elgin section is<br />
included only in newsletters<br />
delivered to Elgin residents.<br />
Elgin Area Pandemic Assistance<br />
Need help with vaccine sign-up, food, utility<br />
application form assistance and more?<br />
224-765-7370 or elginareaPAT@gmail.com<br />
gailborden.info/covidhelp<br />
ES =Descripción en español,<br />
ver paginas 10-11.<br />
R=Registration required • Ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person<br />
The Gail Borden Public Library District <strong>Newsletter</strong> | Published Bi-Monthly ISSUE NO. <strong>2021</strong>-06 | <strong>November</strong> 1, <strong>2021</strong>
Families<br />
Family Holiday Fun<br />
Day of the Dead Mini Festival ES<br />
Hybrid—Main Library Meadows Community<br />
Rooms and Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Thursday, <strong>November</strong> 4<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Enjoy this popular Mexican tradition with<br />
a bilingual story, a creative activity for you<br />
to do at home, and a representation of an<br />
offering. We will also be paying tribute to<br />
a special person from our community who<br />
is no longer with us.<br />
Festival of Lights R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Sunday, <strong>November</strong> 14 • 2 pm<br />
Families are invited to learn about the<br />
Jewish holiday of Hanukkah through<br />
stories and more.<br />
Thanksgiving Family Book<br />
Club: Feast on Books! R<br />
Download the activity guide from our<br />
website or pick up the kit/guide to enjoy<br />
gobblin’ good books and activities with<br />
your family at home. 11/8-11/19.<br />
Holiday Posada ES<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 9<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
In the tradition of posadas, join the<br />
Genesis choir of the San Lorenzo Church<br />
as it serenades you with popular carols<br />
from your home with your loved ones.<br />
Then we will have a bilingual story and a<br />
dance class.<br />
Family Gingerbread House<br />
Workshop R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 16 • 6:30 pm<br />
Work together as a family to design and<br />
create a gingerbread house. Then join us<br />
on Zoom for stories and a visit from a very<br />
special guest. One kit per family. 12/6-12/16.<br />
<strong>December</strong> Holidays Family<br />
Book Club: We ALL Celebrate! R<br />
Download the activity guide from our<br />
website or pick up your kit/guide to enjoy<br />
holiday books and activities with your<br />
family at home. 12/13-12/23.<br />
Alaskan Reindeer Farm R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Monday, <strong>December</strong> 27 • 1 pm<br />
Meet and greet real reindeer on this<br />
virtual trip to the tundra of Alaska.<br />
Happy Noon Year Party R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms &<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 30 • 11:30 am<br />
Best for ages 3-6. Can’t stay up until<br />
midnight? Put on your fancy outfit and<br />
ring in the New Year early with stories,<br />
songs and activities.<br />
Mr. Jon! Live Children’s<br />
Music Concert<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Tuesdays, 11/9, 12/7 • 10 am<br />
The award-winning musician Mr. Jon and<br />
his puppet George have been featured in<br />
many of our storytimes. Don’t miss these<br />
virtual performances!<br />
Spanish Family Storytime<br />
with Grisel ES<br />
30 minutes of stories, music, rhymes,<br />
crafts and fun for the whole family.<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Mondays, 11/1 – 12/6 • 7 pm<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Room R<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8 • 4 pm<br />
Behind the Scenes @<br />
The Shedd: Sharks R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 24<br />
10 am<br />
See how the Shedd staff feeds the sharks,<br />
design an identifiable tag for different<br />
shark species and calculate how much<br />
food they eat.<br />
Family Friday:<br />
Disney Encanto Party R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Friday, <strong>November</strong> 26 • 10 am<br />
Celebrate the release of the new Disney<br />
musical Encanto set in Colombia.<br />
Winter Art Class for<br />
Preschoolers R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Monday, 12/27 & Tuesday, 12/28<br />
10 am<br />
Ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. A<br />
guest artist from the Old Town School<br />
of Folk Music will lead a special creative<br />
art class.<br />
Winter Break Kits R<br />
Keep kids engaged all winter break with<br />
winter-inspired activities. 12/20-1/2.<br />
Winter Dance Party R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 15 • 6 pm<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 16 • 10 am<br />
Kids ages 2-6 are invited to move<br />
and groove to some favorite<br />
wintertime songs and stories.<br />
Get Excited About Science R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 22 • 10 am<br />
Watch the amazing live demonstrations<br />
of chemical reactions from Steve B.’s lab!<br />
= Pick up kit at Main Library = Pick up kit at Rakow Branch = Pick up kit at South Elgin Branch<br />
2 R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person
Storytimes<br />
Preschool Storytime<br />
w/Miss Katie<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Mondays, 11/1 – 12/6 • 10 am<br />
Ages 3-6. Join us for stories, songs<br />
and rhymes.<br />
Wonderful Ones R<br />
Main Library Story Room South<br />
Mondays, 11/1 – 12/6 • 6:15 pm<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8* • 10 am<br />
Ages 12-23 months. Enjoy short stories,<br />
fingerplays, rhymes and music movement<br />
activities with a parent or caregiver.<br />
Mini Rangers Preschool<br />
Storytime R<br />
Ages 3-6. Join us for 30 minutes of stories,<br />
rhymes and songs. One caregiver per child<br />
or family group.<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Mondays, 11/1 – 12/6 • 6 pm<br />
Rakow Branch Shales Living Room<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8*<br />
10 am & 10:45 am<br />
Baby Storytime R<br />
Main Library Story Room South<br />
Tuesdays, 11/2 – 12/7 • 9:30 am<br />
Best for little ones 0-11 months. Calling all<br />
babies! Join us for singing, clapping and<br />
simple stories at this ½-hour program.<br />
Terrific Twos R<br />
This storytime will include songs, stories<br />
and fingerplays.<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8* • 10 am<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Thursdays, 11/4 – 12/9** • 6:30 pm<br />
Preschool Storytime R<br />
Ages 3-6. Calling all preschoolers!<br />
This storytime features stories, songs<br />
and rhymes.<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Eagle Room<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8* • 6:30 pm<br />
Thursdays, 11/4 – 12/9** • 10:30 am<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Thursdays, 11/4 – 12/9** • 9:30 am<br />
Preschool Puppeteers R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Fridays • 10 am<br />
Ages 3-6 with an adult caregiver.<br />
Participants will make a puppet together<br />
then act out the story.<br />
11/12 Saving Fiona: The Famous<br />
Baby Hippo 11/1-11/12<br />
12/17 Jingle-Jingle 12/6-12/17<br />
Welcome Baby!<br />
Main Library Story Room South<br />
Saturdays, 11/13, 12/11 • 10 am<br />
Bring baby to this mini session designed<br />
especially for babies up to one year old<br />
and their caregivers.<br />
Thankfulness Storytime R<br />
Main Library Story Room South<br />
Thursday, 11/18 • 5 pm<br />
Ages 3-6. In the spirit of thankfulness,<br />
join us for a special storytime.<br />
Tinsel Time R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Tuesday, 12/14 • 10 am<br />
Ages 3-6. Celebrate the winter season<br />
with songs, stories and fun activities.<br />
Bedtime Storytime R<br />
Main Library Story Room South<br />
Thursday, 12/16 • 5 pm<br />
Ages 3-6. Bring your favorite stuffed toy<br />
and get ready to read stories and sing<br />
songs together.<br />
Winter Family Storytime R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Monday, 12/20 • 10 am<br />
This all-ages storytime explores the<br />
beginning of winter.<br />
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*No program 11/24. **No program 11/25.<br />
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Kids<br />
Kids Explore for K-5 R<br />
Thursdays<br />
4 pm • Virtual via Zoom<br />
11/4 Diwali! 10/25-10/31<br />
11/11 Lizzadro and Lapidary Art 11/1-11/7<br />
11/18 The Inuit 11/8-11/14<br />
12/2 Hygge = Happy 11/22-11/28<br />
12/9 Pom Poms 11/29-12/5<br />
5 pm • Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
11/4 Diwali!<br />
11/11 Lizzadro and Lapidary Art<br />
11/18 The Inuit<br />
12/2 Hygge = Happy<br />
12/9 Pom Poms<br />
Creativity Corner for Grades<br />
K-5 R<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
4:30 pm<br />
Tuesday, 11/30<br />
Thursday, 12/30<br />
Chalk Stencil Art<br />
Stained Glass Art<br />
Rakow Branch Living Room • 4:30 pm<br />
Tuesday, 12/28 Soap Making<br />
Virtual via Zoom • 4 pm<br />
Tuesday, 11/16 How to Draw a Dragon<br />
Tuesday, 12/14 Sock Snowman Craft<br />
12/6-12/12<br />
Read to Rover R<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
Sundays, 11/21, 12/19<br />
Choose a 15-minute session<br />
between 2 and 3:15 pm.<br />
Sharpen your reading skills by reading to<br />
our volunteer dog listener, Trucker.<br />
Baking for Kids: Mint<br />
Chocolate Chip Pie<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 16 • 4 pm<br />
Join Miss Jen to learn how to make a<br />
wintry treat just in time for the winter<br />
holiday season.<br />
Science • Technology • Engineering • Arts • Math<br />
STEAM for Grades K-5 R<br />
Mondays<br />
Virtual via Zoom • 4 pm<br />
11/1 Cranberry Craziness 10/25-10/31<br />
11/8 STEAM & Your Stomach 11/1-11/7<br />
12/6 Pinecone Power! 11/29-12/5<br />
12/13 The Snow Games 12/6-12/12<br />
12/20 Minecraft Meet Up 12/13-12/19<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms • 5 pm<br />
11/1 Cranberry Craziness<br />
11/8 STEAM & Your Stomach<br />
12/6 Pinecone Power!<br />
12/13 The Snow Games<br />
12/20 Minecraft Meet Up<br />
Tuesdays<br />
Virtual via Zoom • 4 pm<br />
11/9 Optical Illusions 11/1-11/7<br />
12/7 LEGO® Bridge Building Challenge<br />
Rakow Branch Living Room • 4:30 pm<br />
11/23 Hovercrafts<br />
South Elgin Hoffer Room • 4:30 pm<br />
12/21 Candy Cane Coding<br />
Coding Club R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Mondays • 4 pm<br />
Grades 3+<br />
11/29 Beaver Achiever<br />
12/27 iSave Santa!<br />
Family Holiday 3D Design:<br />
Gifts Galore! R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Saturday, 12/11 • 1 pm<br />
Grades 3+ and families<br />
Intro to 3D Design for Kids R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Monday, 12/20 • 1 pm<br />
Grades 3+<br />
Intermediate 3D<br />
Design for Kids R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Tuesday, 12/21 • 1 pm<br />
Grades 3+<br />
Advanced 3D Design<br />
for Kids R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesday, 12/22 • 1 pm<br />
Grades 3+<br />
Coding Club: BBC Micro:bits R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
In-person, 2-part series<br />
Grades 3 – 8<br />
1 pm Session<br />
Wednesday, 11/24 & Friday, 11/26<br />
3:30 pm Session<br />
Wednesday, 11/24 & Friday, 11/26<br />
= Pick up kit at Main Library = Pick up kit at Rakow Branch<br />
4 R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person
Youth & Teens<br />
Grades K-8<br />
Writing Club R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesdays • 6 pm<br />
11/3 Book Bootcamp 10/25-11/3<br />
11/10 Graphic Novels 11/1- 11/10<br />
11/17 Poetry Chapbooks 11/8- 11/17<br />
12/1 I Wrote A Book! No kit<br />
Read to Rover for K-8 R<br />
Main Library<br />
Saturdays, 11/6, 12/4<br />
Choose a 15-minute session<br />
between 2 and 3:15 pm.<br />
Practice your reading<br />
skills by reading aloud to a<br />
fully trained and certified<br />
therapy dog.<br />
Studi<br />
o<br />
270<br />
Grades 6-8<br />
Volunteens R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Fox Room<br />
Tuesdays, 11/2 – 12/28 • 6 pm<br />
Help your library and community by<br />
working together on volunteer projects.<br />
Registration required for each date.<br />
DIY Polymer Clay Pug Dog R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 30 • 4:30 pm<br />
Learn how to sculpt a tiny pug dog using<br />
polymer clay. 11/22-11/30.<br />
DIY Paracord Bracelet R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 8 • 4:30 pm<br />
Learn how to make a bracelet using<br />
paracord. 12/1-12/8.<br />
Grades 9-12<br />
Grades 6-12<br />
Elgin Teen Life R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Wednesdays • 5 pm<br />
11/10 Escape into Time<br />
12/15 Cupcake Challenge<br />
Manga and Anime Club R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Saturday, <strong>November</strong> 13 • 2 pm<br />
Calling all fans of Attack on Titan,<br />
My Hero Academia and more. Watch<br />
anime, share fan art, and try an<br />
anime-themed craft.<br />
K-Pop Afternoon R<br />
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms<br />
Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 11 • 2 pm<br />
Are you a fan of BTS, NCT, Blackpink<br />
or other K-pop groups? Sing along to your<br />
favorite K-pop songs, practice your dance<br />
moves, or make crafts.<br />
Programs are held in Studio 270 at the Main Library<br />
unless otherwise noted.<br />
Finals Feeding Frenzy<br />
Monday - Thursday, 12/13 – 12/16<br />
3 – 8 pm<br />
Come grab a snack while you study<br />
for finals.<br />
Photoshop 101:<br />
Background Swap<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 3 • 4 pm<br />
Learn how to swap out the background of<br />
any photo in Photoshop.<br />
DIY Album Cover Art<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 17 • 4 pm<br />
Learn how to create unique cover art for<br />
your studio mixtape or album.<br />
Finding Royalty Free<br />
Audio Samples<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 17 • 4 pm<br />
Find out where you can go to download<br />
royalty free audio samples to use in<br />
your music, videos and other digital<br />
media creations.<br />
Teen Advisory Board R<br />
Thursdays, 11/18, 12/16 • 4 pm<br />
Make a difference in the library<br />
community.<br />
Snacks and Books<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 23 • 4 pm<br />
Share what you are reading, grab a snack<br />
and learn about new books.<br />
Digital Holiday Card Design<br />
Friday, <strong>December</strong> 3 • 4 pm<br />
Learn to design a digital holiday card for<br />
family and friends.<br />
Homemade Acoustical<br />
Treatment Tips<br />
Tuesday, <strong>December</strong> 14 • 4 pm<br />
Enhance your home recording<br />
environment with inexpensive,<br />
everyday items.<br />
Finding Royalty Free Photos<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 15 • 4 pm<br />
Find out where you can go to download<br />
royalty free photos and art for use in your<br />
digital media creations.<br />
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps R<br />
Volunteer Squad<br />
Main Library<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3-12/15 • 5 pm<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
Thursdays, 11/4, 12/2 • 3:30 pm<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
Thursdays, 11/11, 12/9 • 3:30 pm<br />
Crafting for a Cause<br />
Main Library<br />
Monday, 11/22 • 5 pm<br />
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Technology<br />
Classes are held in the Main Library<br />
Computer Training Room unless<br />
otherwise noted.<br />
R - Register online, by phone or<br />
in person beginning October 16.<br />
Registering for the first class in a<br />
designated series enrolls you in all<br />
required sessions. All other classes<br />
require separate registration. If you<br />
cannot attend a session, please<br />
cancel your registration. Visit<br />
gailborden.info/learn or contact the<br />
Computer Center at 847-429-4680 for<br />
more information.<br />
Microsoft<br />
MS Word<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Mondays • 7 pm<br />
11/1 Basics R {<br />
11/8 Formatting Documents R {<br />
11/15 Editing Tools R {<br />
11/29 Tables, Images & Graphics R {<br />
MS Excel<br />
Tuesdays • 10 am<br />
11/2 Basics R {<br />
11/9 Charts & Graphs R {<br />
11/16 Formulas & Functions R {<br />
11/23 Working with Tables R {<br />
MS Excel: Advanced<br />
Topics R {<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 30 • 10 am<br />
Learn how to use conditional<br />
formatting, work with multiple sheets<br />
in an Excel workbook, calculate<br />
percentages, and use PMT & VLOOKUP<br />
functions.<br />
Device Advice<br />
Thursdays<br />
Need help figuring out how to use your<br />
tablet, smartphone or other device? Bring<br />
your questions and your device for some<br />
1:1 help.<br />
Main Library<br />
11/11, 12/9 • 9:30 am<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/16 • 9:30 am<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
12/23 • 10 am<br />
All Things Apple<br />
Main Library Grove Room<br />
Tuesdays, 11/2, 12/7 • 7 pm<br />
Looking for the ultimate user manual for<br />
all things Apple? Bring your Apple device<br />
to learn and help one another.<br />
Computers 101 Series R {<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 11/17 • 10 am<br />
New to computers or need a refresher?<br />
Learn how to use the mouse and<br />
keyboard, pick up basic computer skills<br />
and browse the Internet.<br />
Quickbooks Desktop Series R<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/8* • 6:30 pm<br />
Learn how QuickBooks desktop<br />
accounting software (2018 Desktop<br />
Premier Version) allows users to manage<br />
their company finances.<br />
3D Design Series R {<br />
Thursdays, 11/4 – 11/18 • 6:30 pm<br />
Learn 3D design and printing<br />
fundamentals in this series. Design<br />
and print a pre-determined object<br />
using Tinkercad.<br />
Device Maintenance R {<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 2 • 10 am<br />
Is your computer, tablet or smart phone<br />
running slow? Learn how to keep your<br />
devices up-to-date and running smoothly.<br />
Resume Essentials R<br />
Tuesday, <strong>December</strong> 7 • 7 pm<br />
Learn how to create and format a resume<br />
to best sell your skills and experience to<br />
potential employers.<br />
Acing Your Job Interview R<br />
Tuesday, <strong>December</strong> 14 • 7 pm<br />
Learn strategies for how to navigate the<br />
interview process including information<br />
prep, tackling common questions and<br />
following up with prospective employers.<br />
Cybersecurity Basics R {<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 9 • 10 am<br />
Learn about common viruses, email<br />
and Internet safety, firewalls, and other<br />
security topics.<br />
Cybersecurity Advanced<br />
Topics R {<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 16 • 10 am<br />
Learn about keeping your data safe and<br />
how to avoid identity theft.<br />
{Classes with this symbol are sponsored<br />
by Comcast Internet Essentials to help bridge<br />
the digital divide and foster digital literacy<br />
skills. For more information on Comcast<br />
Internet Essentials programs, visit<br />
www.internetessentials.com.<br />
*No program 11/24.<br />
6 R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person
Adults<br />
Elgin Genealogical Society R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Tuesdays • 9:30 am<br />
11/2 Try-It Illinois presented by Tina Braird<br />
11/18 Using Yearbooks for Genealogy<br />
presented by Jeanne Larzalere Bloom<br />
Demystifying Health<br />
Insurance R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 2 • 7 pm<br />
The McCormick Consulting Group will<br />
provide information to help you decide<br />
which insurance is right for your needs.<br />
Budgeting for the Holidays R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Thursday, <strong>November</strong> 4 • 7 pm<br />
Follow these tried-and-true techniques<br />
for putting aside money and planning<br />
your holiday purchases so you don’t feel<br />
the pinch in January.<br />
Music<br />
Medicare 101 R<br />
Main Library Elgin Room<br />
Saturday, <strong>November</strong> 6 • 10:30 am<br />
Tom Perrucci from Premier Medicare<br />
Benefits will discuss Medicare coverage<br />
and supplements, Advantage plans,<br />
Part D Prescription Coverage and<br />
cost-saving strategies.<br />
Brown Bag Lunch Classic<br />
Films R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Mondays • 11 am<br />
11/8 Jeremiah Johnson<br />
12/13 A Christmas Story<br />
South Elgin Stories R<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 16 • 7 pm<br />
Join us to share a favorite memory as<br />
we compile a living history of the Village<br />
of South Elgin. Feel free to submit<br />
written stories or memories by email at<br />
seemail@gailborden.info.<br />
Senator Don DeWitte’s<br />
Office Hours in Person<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 16 • 10 am – Noon<br />
Drop in to meet with Becky, Sen. DeWitte’s<br />
administrative assistant. This is open to<br />
any constituents in the 33rd State District.<br />
Energy Savings with CUB R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Thursday, <strong>November</strong> 18 • 7 pm<br />
A Citizens Utility Board expert will discuss<br />
how you can save money and make your<br />
home more comfortable.<br />
Sunday Afternoon Concerts<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Sundays • 2 - 3 pm<br />
Chicago Samba R<br />
<strong>November</strong> 28<br />
Enjoy authentic Brazilian music such<br />
as bossa nova and jazz performed by<br />
Chicago Samba.<br />
Liang-He Piano Duo R<br />
<strong>December</strong> 19<br />
Enjoy an afternoon filled with joy,<br />
holiday spirit and dances. Featured<br />
pieces will be Nutcracker Suite by<br />
Tchaikovsky, followed by the infectious<br />
Infernal Dance of the Firebird, and a<br />
group of three light-hearted dance<br />
portraits full of jazz flavor.<br />
Free Concerts and More in<br />
Your Living Room<br />
Medici.tv features more than<br />
2,000 programs including ballets,<br />
jazz, operas, documentaries,<br />
artist portraits and educational<br />
programs. For information, go to<br />
gailborden.info/elibrary.<br />
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Language<br />
Spanish Café/<br />
Conversation Group ESR<br />
Main Library Grove Room and Zoom<br />
Mondays, 11/1 – 12/20 • Noon – 1 pm<br />
Intermediate-level participants<br />
practice structured and spontaneous<br />
conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt<br />
and Nohora Chacon.<br />
English Conversation<br />
Group ESR<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Tuesdays, 11/2 – 12/21<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Tuesdays, 11/2 – 12/21<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Practice having everyday conversations<br />
in English, improve your pronunciation<br />
and gain confidence with a tutor.<br />
Presenter: The Literacy Connection.<br />
Go Bilingual ESR<br />
Main Library Elgin Room and Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesdays, 11/3 – 12/15 • 6 – 7 pm<br />
Learn at the Library or from home with<br />
native English and Spanish speakers.<br />
Citizenship Conversation<br />
Group ESR<br />
Main Library<br />
Thursdays, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/16<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Review and practice the spoken English<br />
you will need for the interview and the<br />
civics test. This group will be led by a<br />
tutor and is open to all. Presenter: The Literacy<br />
Connection.<br />
German Conversation<br />
Group R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Wednesdays, 11/17, 12/15 • 7 pm<br />
Herzlich willkommen! Practice or improve<br />
your conversation skills with other<br />
German speakers. Barbara Laane will<br />
be facilitating the conversation with<br />
different relevant themes.<br />
Gail’s Sales<br />
Looking for a<br />
great gift for the<br />
holidays? Visit<br />
Gail’s Sales, almost<br />
everything is $1 and $2.<br />
Foundation Corner<br />
Crafts & More with Elda<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Tuesdays • 7 pm<br />
11/9 DIY Cooking: Sweet or Savory Compound Butter<br />
Infuse butter with your favorite sweet or savory ingredients for something<br />
really special!<br />
11/23 DIY Crafts: Fresh & Festive Holiday Centerpiece<br />
This festive centerpiece made with fresh greenery and simple supplies<br />
will make your holiday table warm and inviting.<br />
Gail Borden Public Library<br />
Foundation Book Sale<br />
Thanks to School District U-46 for<br />
lending tables, Tom Berna for moving<br />
assistance, Gail’s Sales regular<br />
workers and all volunteers as well as<br />
enthusiastic shoppers! Sales are used<br />
to enhance the Library’s events and<br />
exhibits such as Dinosaur Giants, SPACE,<br />
The Robot Zoo and many more. We<br />
couldn’t do it without your help.<br />
Special thanks to Book Sale Co-Chairs<br />
Janet Pritza and Laura Zook.<br />
Please visit the Foundation website<br />
to discover upcoming opportunities<br />
to further support the Library.<br />
gailborden.info/foundation<br />
12/14 DIY Crafts: Vintage Costume Jewelry Holiday Tree<br />
Repurpose vintage costume jewelry to make this gorgeous<br />
holiday decoration.<br />
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Adults<br />
Writers’ Corner<br />
Poetry Writers Workshop R<br />
Hybrid—Main Library Grove Room and Zoom<br />
Mondays, 11/1, 12/6 • 7 pm<br />
Local poets share what they have<br />
written. Poet and songwriter Gareth<br />
Mann Sitz will facilitate.<br />
Sanctuary Poets: Poetry<br />
Writing Seminar R<br />
Main Library Grove Room<br />
Saturdays, 11/6 – 12/11 • 9:30 am<br />
Write and learn poetry with Chasity<br />
Gunn, Elgin’s Poet Laureate.<br />
Book Clubs & Discussion Groups<br />
Great Books Discussion Group R<br />
Main Library Grove Room and Virtual via Zoom<br />
Monday, 11/8 • 7 pm<br />
Long Day’s Journey into Night (play) by Eugene O’Neill<br />
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Branch.<br />
A Writer’s Journey from<br />
Reporter to Fiction<br />
A Conversation with<br />
Annemarie Mannion,<br />
Winner of the Soon to Be Famous<br />
Illinois Author Project <strong>2021</strong><br />
Manuscript Contest<br />
Monday, <strong>November</strong> 15 • 7 pm<br />
Join us for a virtual conversation with<br />
former Chicago Tribune reporter and<br />
now award-winning fiction writer<br />
Annemarie Mannion. How did she<br />
createVeritas, a post-Civil War story<br />
of a young woman’s perseverance<br />
as she makes a new life for herself in<br />
Galena, Illinois?<br />
Hosted by the Indian Prairie Public Library.<br />
Visit soontobefamous.info for more information.<br />
Gail Borden Public Library has been involved in<br />
Soon to be Famous since its creation in 2013.<br />
Armchair Generals R<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Tuesdays • 11:45 am<br />
11/9 Private Francis Willard Kimball<br />
12/14 Annual Trivia Game<br />
This brown bag Civil War and Lincoln interest group<br />
commemorates events, shares insights and talks about<br />
books or experiences.<br />
Contemporary Book Group<br />
Main Library Grove Room<br />
Mondays • 7 pm<br />
11/15 While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams<br />
12/20 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig<br />
Rakow Readers Book Club R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Mondays • 1:30 pm<br />
11/22 We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker<br />
12/20 Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams<br />
Walking Book Club<br />
Main Library Grove Room<br />
Wednesday, 12/1 • 7 pm<br />
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner<br />
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en español<br />
Para Familias<br />
Cuentos para la familia<br />
con Grisel<br />
Facebook en Vivo: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Los lunes • 7 pm<br />
1 de nov. – 6 de dic.<br />
En la Biblioteca Principal Sally Lee Room R<br />
Los miércoles • 4 pm<br />
3 de nov. – 8 de dic.<br />
¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas,<br />
manualidades y mucho más para el<br />
disfrute de toda la familia!<br />
Actividad familiar: calaveras<br />
de azúcar en línea R<br />
lunes, 1 de nov. • todo el día<br />
Acompáñenos en línea para una actividad<br />
para toda la familia. Vamos a decorar<br />
calaveritas de azúcar para celebrar el<br />
Día de los Muertos.<br />
Mini Festival del Día de<br />
Muertos por Facebook en Vivo<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salones de la Comunidad<br />
y Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
jueves, 4 de nov. • 6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Disfruta esta tradición popular mexicana.<br />
Tendremos un cuento bilingüe, una<br />
actividad creativa para que hagas en casa<br />
y representación de una ofrenda. También<br />
estaremos rendiendo tributo a una<br />
persona especial de nuestra comunidad<br />
que ya no está con nosotros.<br />
En la Cocina por Facebook<br />
Virtual a través de Facebook<br />
Jueves • 6:30 pm<br />
11 de nov. Hacemos un rico arroz con<br />
gandules para las fiestas<br />
2 de dic. Hacemos un delicioso arroz<br />
con leche para las fiestas<br />
Posada Por Facebook en Vivo<br />
Facebook en Vivo: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Jueves, 9 de dic. • 6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
En la tradición de las posadas, únete y<br />
canta con el coro Génesis de la Iglesia<br />
San Lorenzo entonando los villancicos<br />
populares desde tu casa con los tuyos.<br />
Luego tendremos un cuento bilingüe y<br />
una clase de baile.<br />
Para Padres y Adultos<br />
Temas para Padres en línea R<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Los martes • 10 am<br />
9 de nov. Manual del manejo<br />
de emociones<br />
7 de dic. Actividades Divertidas<br />
en Familia<br />
Reuniones Comité Asesor<br />
Padres Bilingües (BPAC) U-46 R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salón Elgin<br />
miércoles, 10 de nov. • 6:30 pm<br />
miércoles, 8 de dic. • 6:30 pm<br />
Venga, participe y establezca una<br />
voz eficaz.<br />
Círculo de Lectura:<br />
Lee, Conversa, Comparte R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salones de la Comunidad<br />
Los lunes, 15 de nov., 13 de dic.<br />
6 – 7 pm<br />
Cada mes leemos una lectura<br />
hispanoamericana corta del libro<br />
“Abriendo puertas: Ampliando<br />
perspectivas.” Hay copias del libro en<br />
la biblioteca.<br />
100 Historias en Vivo por<br />
Facebook<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Los jueves, 18 de nov., 16 de dic.<br />
6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Adéntrate en el<br />
diario vivir de un/a<br />
adolescente, quizás tu<br />
amigo/a/x, primo/a/x,<br />
hijo/a/x o vecino/a/x.<br />
Cada historia real,<br />
narrada en español<br />
por el maestro<br />
Raúl Castillo.<br />
Talleres de Empleo<br />
Taller de empleo en la<br />
Biblioteca: El currículo R<br />
En este taller de dos partes aprenderás a elaborar<br />
un currículo que impacte y a escribir tu currículo<br />
en la computadora. Al registrarte quedarás inscrito<br />
para las dos partes.<br />
Parte 1<br />
Salón Elgin<br />
lunes, 8 de nov. • 6 pm<br />
Aprende cómo elaborar un buen<br />
currículo que impacte, resaltando sus<br />
habilidades y destrezas, elevando así la<br />
posibilidad de conseguir la preselección<br />
en la búsqueda de empleo.<br />
Parte 2<br />
Salón de Entrenamiento de Computación<br />
martes, 9 de nov. • 6 pm<br />
Escribe y formatea tu currículo en la<br />
computadora. Trae toda la información<br />
necesaria para escribir tu currículo:<br />
dirección, cuenta de correo electrónico,<br />
lugares, fechas de empleo, y nombres<br />
de referencias.<br />
10 R=Registration R=Regístrese • required Tres maneras: • Three en ways línea to en register: gailborden.info/eventos Online at gailborden.info/register • por teléfono 847-429-4597 • Call 847-429-4597 • en persona • In person
Cómo participar<br />
Programas en Facebook<br />
Conéctate en la página de Facebook de la<br />
Biblioteca Pública Gail Borden Library:<br />
gbpl.info/FBvirtual<br />
Programas en línea<br />
• Regístrese en gailborden.info/eventos.<br />
• Al registrarse recibirás un correo electrónico<br />
con el enlace y código para participar a través<br />
de la plataforma virtual Zoom.<br />
• O envíenos un correo electrónico a<br />
biblioteca@gailborden.info o un mensaje de<br />
texto al 224-407-2399 si tiene preguntas o<br />
necesita ayuda.<br />
Apender Idiomas<br />
Café en Español R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salón Grove y Zoom<br />
Lunes, 1 de nov. - 20 de dic. • Mediodía<br />
Participantes de nivel intermedio practicarán<br />
respondiendo o empezando conversaciones en español<br />
con fluidez. Dirigido por Nohora Chacon y Pita Betancourt.<br />
Grupo de Conversación R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salones de la Comunidad<br />
Los martes, 2 de nov. – 21 de dic. • 6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
¿Aplicó para la<br />
ciudadanía y va a tomar<br />
el exámen en español?<br />
Podemos ayudarle a<br />
prepararse y estudiar.<br />
Comuníquese por correo a:<br />
biblioteca@gailborden.info<br />
o por texto al 224-407-2399.<br />
Virtual via Zoom<br />
Los martes, 2 de nov. – 21 de dic. • 6:30 – 7:30 pm<br />
Practica conversar en inglés, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un<br />
tutor. El grupo se reúne cada martes. Dirigido por un tutor de Literacy Connection.<br />
Go Bilingual R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salón Elgin y Zoom<br />
Los miércoles, 11/3 de nov. – 12/15 de dic. (excepto 24 de nov.) • 6 pm<br />
Aprende en la biblioteca o desde tu casa. Participa con otras personas que hablan<br />
español o inglés como primer idioma.<br />
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía R<br />
Biblioteca Principal<br />
Los jueves, 4 y 18 de nov., 2 y 16 de dic. • 6:30 – 7 pm<br />
Repasa y practica el inglés hablado y escrito que vas a necesitar para la entrevista<br />
y las preguntas del examen cívico. Dirigido por un tutor de Literacy Connection.<br />
Dr. Poulos Responde a sus<br />
Preguntas Sobre COVID-19<br />
Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV<br />
Martes, 7 de dic. • 7 pm<br />
Conozca la información actual<br />
sobre COVID-19, vacunas y más<br />
con Dr. Dori Poulos.<br />
Asistencia pandémica en<br />
el área de Elgin<br />
Obtenga ayuda con la inscripción de<br />
vacunas, alimentos, necesidades de<br />
servicios públicos y más.<br />
224-765-7370<br />
elginareaPAT@gmail.com<br />
Clases de Computación<br />
No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la Biblioteca. Favor de registrarse.<br />
Puede registrarse para la serie completa o para una sola clase.<br />
Clases de Computación en la<br />
Biblioteca Curso Básico de<br />
Computación R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salón de Entrenamiento<br />
de Computación<br />
Los sábados, 6 de nov. – 20 de nov.<br />
1 pm<br />
Esta es una serie para los principiantes<br />
aprender destrezas básicas. No hay<br />
costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la<br />
biblioteca. Al registrare para la primera<br />
clase quedarás inscrito en todas las<br />
sesiones.<br />
Clases de Computación R<br />
Biblioteca Principal Salón de Entrenamiento<br />
de Computación y Zoom<br />
No hay costo ni hay que tener la tarjeta<br />
de la Biblioteca. Favor de registrarse.<br />
Puedes registrarte para la serie completa<br />
o para una sola clase.<br />
Los sábados • 1 – 3 pm<br />
4 de dic. Google Docs Intermedio<br />
debes saber usar el teclado<br />
y el ratón<br />
11 de dic. Comprando un Dispositivo:<br />
computadora, tableta o<br />
celular<br />
18 de dic. Cómo mantener tu<br />
computadora segura<br />
{Estas clases son patrocinadas por Comcast<br />
Internet Essentials para ayudar a cerrar la brecha<br />
digital y fomentar destrezas de alfabetismo digital.<br />
Para más información acerca de Internet Essentials,<br />
visite www.internetessentials.com<br />
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<strong>November</strong>-<strong>December</strong><br />
City of Elgin<br />
<strong>2021</strong> <strong>Newsletter</strong><br />
Boletín en Español: Cada número del boletín está disponible en español en línea en cityofelgin.org/boletin.<br />
2020 Census Results are in<br />
The 2020 U.S. Census data was released mid-August, and it is evident<br />
that the Elgin residents did their part to get counted.<br />
Now with a population of 114,797, Elgin has moved from the eighth<br />
to sixth largest city in Illinois.<br />
Of the eight largest cities in Illinois,<br />
all with populations over 100,000,<br />
Elgin was the fastest growing since<br />
2010, with a 6.1% population increase.<br />
Consistent with national and state trends, Elgin's<br />
population is more diverse than 10 years ago.<br />
Elgin’s Hispanic/Latino population grew from<br />
43.6% to 45.7%.<br />
Elgin’s Asian population grew from 5.4% to 5.9%.<br />
"The newly released data brings great news for Elgin," said Mayor<br />
David Kaptain. "Elgin is a city of choice, with the highest quality<br />
services and amenities. It's no wonder why so many are choosing<br />
to live here and do business. Elgin's growth will continue to attract<br />
new residential and commercial developments."<br />
Getting an accurate count for Elgin in the 2020 Census was<br />
important to secure representation and federal funding for critical<br />
programs, services and infrastructure. Experts estimate that each<br />
individual counted represents $1,500 in annual federal funding<br />
for the community.<br />
Thank you to all residents<br />
who got counted and<br />
helped their families<br />
get counted.<br />
Municipalities use community surveys to gather information on residents’<br />
level of satisfaction with City services and to gather residents’ opinions<br />
regarding various other topics. Input received helps City leaders know<br />
where they are doing well and where they can improve, to make certain<br />
they are making decisions that align to the needs of residents and<br />
prioritizing services that will positively impact the community.<br />
This year, ETC Institute administered<br />
a survey to a random, demographically<br />
and geographically representative<br />
sample of Elgin residents.<br />
The <strong>2021</strong> Elgin Community Survey<br />
Findings Report, video of ETC's<br />
presentation to city council, as well as a<br />
interactive data dashboard are all<br />
available at cityofelgin.org/survey.<br />
Highlights are provided to the right.<br />
<strong>2021</strong> Community Survey Results<br />
Elgin residents have a positive perception of the City<br />
The survey showed 75% of residents rate Elgin as an “excellent” or “good”<br />
place to live, and only 8% gave a rating of "below average” or “poor."<br />
Satisfaction with City services is higher in Elgin than in<br />
other communities<br />
Elgin rated at or above the national average in 40 of 54 areas.<br />
When it comes to customer service, Elgin rated 13% higher than the<br />
national average!<br />
The community’s top priorities have remained consistent with the<br />
2017 community survey results:<br />
Maintenance of streets, sidewalks and infrastructure<br />
Enforcement of codes and ordinances<br />
The top three issues residents believe the City will face over the next<br />
five years include:<br />
Homelessness (60%)<br />
Affordable City services (property taxes) (58%)<br />
Public safety (57%)<br />
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City of Elgin<br />
<strong>2021</strong> <strong>Newsletter</strong><br />
2022<br />
BUDGET<br />
Get Involved in the 2022 Budget Discussions<br />
You can share your opinions with city council members and staff by participating in discussions,<br />
submitting your budget questions and engaging in other input opportunities during the City’s<br />
“budget season.”<br />
What goes into the development of a City budget and how are financial decisions made during<br />
the process? Learn about the City’s budget, the various funds, revenues and expenditures,<br />
special taxing districts, user fees and much more on our dedicated budget website:<br />
cityofelgin.org/budget.<br />
You can submit your budget input and questions to elgin311@cityofelgin.org or post on social<br />
media with #ElginBudget (make sure your post privacy is set to “public” so we can see it).<br />
The Proposed 2022 Budget is presented to city council in early <strong>November</strong>, with adoption of the<br />
final budget mid-<strong>December</strong>.<br />
2022 Budget Meeting Schedule<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 3, 6 p.m.<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 10, 5 p.m.<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 17, 5 p.m.<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 1, 5 p.m.<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 15, 6 p.m.<br />
Can’t attend a city council budget meeting in person?<br />
Watch the meeting video live or later at<br />
cityofelgin.org/videocenter or on the<br />
City’s Facebook page: facebook.com/cityofelgin<br />
Shop Local this Holiday Season<br />
Column written by Madison Bishop, Marketing & Experience<br />
Specialist for the Explore Elgin Area tourism bureau.<br />
It's almost time to ring in the holidays, which means hitting the<br />
stores. Local businesses in Elgin are here to help you find the perfect<br />
gifts. Check out this gift-guide to navigate your holiday list.<br />
Discover local artisan goods at Meraki Market Hub where multiple<br />
vendors set up shop to sell a variety of goods like home decor,<br />
candles and apparel. Got a constantly caffeinated friend? Arabica<br />
Cafe features a selection of teas and whole bean coffees from Cafés<br />
Richard. For a retro-vibe, browse the vinyl selection at Rediscover<br />
Records or vintage apparel at Able Shoppe. Or for antiques, visit<br />
Whatnots and Whimsies, State Street Market Shops and Elgin<br />
Antiques and Uniques.<br />
Stockings practically stuff themselves in Elgin. Mama Lee's Gourmet<br />
Popcorn offers different taste experiences throughout their<br />
homemade popcorn selection. Cheddar bacon, caramel apple and<br />
cheesy jalapeno are just a few fan-favorite flavors.<br />
Fischer Nuts also provides a variety of flavor profiles, which makes it<br />
easy to pick a new, fun or favorite flavor. And if you’re looking for<br />
some really sweet gifts (pun intended), you can find a collection of<br />
treats and baked goods at the one and only Herb’s Bakery.<br />
Send your Yogi friends to unwind at Goat Yoga Chicago (in Elgin) to<br />
combine the peace of mind from yoga with the uncontainable joy of<br />
animals for the ultimate rejuvenation experience.<br />
No matter who you’re shopping for, you can find some truly unique<br />
gifts right here in Elgin!<br />
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<strong>November</strong>-<strong>December</strong><br />
City of Elgin<br />
<strong>2021</strong> <strong>Newsletter</strong><br />
<strong>November</strong> Events<br />
5 Greenroom Productions presents First Friday Improv,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
6 Pumpkin Smash Composting Event,<br />
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center<br />
6, 7 Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents Tchaikovsky Symphony<br />
Number 5, Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
11 Midwest Philarmonic Orchestra presents Russian Spectacular,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
12-14 Children’s Theatre of Elgin presents Shrek Jr.,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
13 Elgin History Museum’s Annual Gala Fundraiser <strong>2021</strong>:<br />
Experience Elgin - Virtual Gala, online ONLY event<br />
(*online auction open <strong>November</strong> 7-13)<br />
17 Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT) hosts the Randall<br />
Road at US Route 20 Virtual Public Meeting #2 (via Zoom),<br />
Find Zoom link on KDOT’s Facebook page or the study webpage<br />
(https://tinyurl.com/RandallUS20Study)<br />
20, 21 Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents The Film Music of John<br />
Williams, Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
27 Small Business Shop Local Saturday, for citywide, the Holidays<br />
find more information on how<br />
you can shop small at elginchamber.com and downtownelgin.com<br />
27 Holiday Cheers, beverage crawl at various downtown locations<br />
28 Elgin History Museum’s Museum Store Sunday, online ONLY event<br />
30 Giving Tuesday, find local nonprofits to support with time or<br />
donations at elgingives.org<br />
<strong>December</strong> Events<br />
3 Greenroom Productions presents First Friday Improv,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
4 “An Elgin Christmas” with Linda Rock,<br />
Elgin History Museum (in person and on Zoom)<br />
4 Tree Lighting Ceremony, location TBA at<br />
cityofelgin.org/events<br />
4,5 M3 Dance presents The Nutcracker,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
6 Chief’s Bi-Monthly Community Meeting,<br />
Elgin Police Department<br />
11,12 Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Spectacular,<br />
Hemmens Cultural Center<br />
27 Holiday tree collection begins<br />
Find more information on all City events at cityofelgin.org/events.<br />
For more community events and things to do, visit<br />
ExploreElginArea.com.<br />
Find an extensive list of Elgin Parks and Recreation winter<br />
programs at cityofelgin.org/recreation.<br />
Find the latest events and programs offered by the<br />
Elgin Police Department (EPD) in the events tab of the<br />
EPD Facebook page: facebook.com/elginpolice<br />
Holiday Celebrations<br />
Letters to Santa<br />
Not sure where to send your child's<br />
letter to Santa? The City of Elgin is<br />
collecting your letters and will send<br />
them to the North Pole for you! Place<br />
them in the drop box outside the main<br />
entrance of the Edward Schock Centre<br />
of Elgin between <strong>November</strong> 12 and<br />
<strong>December</strong> 7. No postage necessary!<br />
Santa will send a letter back, so be<br />
sure to include a mailing address.<br />
Holly Days<br />
Holly Days, presented by the Downtown Neighborhood Association<br />
(DNA), kicks off on Small Business Saturday and continue throughout<br />
the month of <strong>December</strong>. This month-long event includes family<br />
friendly holiday window art created by local artists and special<br />
events, Santa sighting, caroling,<br />
a pop-up market and more.<br />
Tree Lighting Ceremony<br />
Friday, <strong>December</strong> 4<br />
Location to be announced on<br />
the City’s website:<br />
cityofelgin.org/events<br />
C R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person<br />
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<strong>November</strong>-<strong>December</strong><br />
City of Elgin<br />
<strong>2021</strong> <strong>Newsletter</strong><br />
Holiday Waste Reminders<br />
There can be a lot of extra waste around the holidays. Here are<br />
some reminders of what can and what cannot go in your<br />
curbside carts.<br />
Cardboard boxes are recyclable (please flatten).<br />
Wrapping paper is recyclable (unless it has glitter).<br />
Absolutely no plastic bags in your recycling bin.<br />
Holiday lights CANNOT be recycled in your curbside bin; they<br />
CAN be recycled through the At Your Door service (information<br />
to the right) or at a Kane County Recycles location.<br />
Toys do not go in the recycling cart. Donate toys in good<br />
condition to a local charity or use the Simple Recycling service<br />
(information to the right).<br />
Christmas Tree Collection<br />
Christmas tree collection begins <strong>December</strong> 27: Trees are<br />
collected on your regular trash pickup day. This service is free to<br />
Elgin residents <strong>December</strong> 27 through Friday, January 14, after<br />
which one garbage sticker is required.<br />
All decorations, stands, etc. must be removed<br />
Do NOT place trees in plastic bags<br />
Must be free of snow/ice for curbside disposal<br />
Must be placed on parkway (the area generally located<br />
between the street and sidewalk)<br />
At Your Door Special Collection<br />
Elgin residents have an easy way to dispose of household hazardous<br />
waste and to recycle electronics. You do not need to sign up for this<br />
program—it is offered as part of your regular residential waste and<br />
recycling service. To dispose of home-generated special materials, simply<br />
schedule a collection at your home by contacting Waste Management<br />
online at wmatyourdoor.com or over the phone at 800-449-7587<br />
(Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.). Accepted materials are listed below.<br />
Automotive Products<br />
Antifreeze, batteries, brake fluid,<br />
motor oil and filters, fuels, and<br />
more.<br />
Garden Chemicals<br />
Fertilizers, insect sprays, herbicides,<br />
pesticides, and weed killers.<br />
Paint Products<br />
Paint, caulk, glue, stain, stripper,<br />
thinner, and wood preservative.<br />
Household Cleaners<br />
Ammonia, heavy-duty cleaner, rust<br />
remover, tile/shower cleaner,<br />
upholstery cleaner, and more.<br />
Electronics<br />
Computers, monitors, keyboards,<br />
MP3 players, televisions (limit one<br />
per call), DVD/CD players, tape<br />
players, VCR, cell phones, desktop<br />
printers, fax machines, and<br />
microwaves.<br />
Mercury Containing Items<br />
Batteries, compact fluorescent<br />
lamps, fluorescent tubes,<br />
thermometers, and<br />
thermostats.<br />
Sharps, Needles and Lancets<br />
Must be placed in a sealed, rigid,<br />
puncture resistant container.<br />
Did you know?<br />
This program was new in 2020. Prior, household hazardous waste<br />
collections were limited - it did not include electronics recycling and<br />
households could only schedule one pickup per year. At Your Door<br />
doesn’t limit pickups. For reference, in 2019 a total of 13,923 pounds of<br />
materials was collected, and 81.5% (11,347 pounds) was recycled. In<br />
2020, a total of 225,995 pounds was collected, and 90.8% was<br />
recycled—that’s 18 times the recycled material!<br />
Recycle Textiles at the Curb<br />
Holiday Schedule - Delayed Pickups<br />
During the week of Thanksgiving, Thursday and Friday<br />
collections will be delayed by one day.<br />
There will be no delays during the week of Christmas or<br />
New Years this year, as those holidays fall on a Saturday and<br />
do not disrupt the regular collection schedule.<br />
Simple Recycling is a FREE service that collects many<br />
categories of items that aren’t recyclable through your<br />
regular curbside recycling program; things like clothing, shoes,<br />
lamps and more. Simply fill up the orange Simple Recycling<br />
bags with acceptable items, and place it at your curb for pickup<br />
on your regular garbage collection day. Learn more at<br />
cityofelgin.org/textiles.<br />
Need bags? Request bags by calling 866-835-5068 or by<br />
emailing ILoffice@simplerecycling.com.<br />
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Elizabeth Amanda Garcia, Kruger, Vice Vice President President<br />
Patricia Tiffany Henderson, Harkin, Secretary Secretary<br />
Amanda John Kokoris, Garcia Treasurer<br />
Herb Gross<br />
Tiffany Amy Prochot Henderson<br />
Joy Symonds<br />
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Main Library<br />
270 N. Grove Ave.<br />
Elgin, IL 60120<br />
847–742–2411<br />
Building Hours<br />
Mon-Thu 9 am – 9 pm<br />
Fri-Sat 9 am – 6 pm<br />
Sun Noon – 5 pm<br />
Drive-Up Window<br />
Mon-Thu 8 am – 9 pm<br />
Fri-Sat 8 am – 6 pm<br />
Sun 11:30 am – 5 pm<br />
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Elgin, IL 60124<br />
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Mon-Thu 9 am – 8 pm<br />
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Sun Noon – 5 pm<br />
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Noon – 4 pm<br />
Drive-Up Window<br />
Lobby Hours<br />
Mon-Thu<br />
Fri-Sat<br />
Sun<br />
8:30 am – 8 pm<br />
8:30 am – 5 pm<br />
11:30 am – 5 pm<br />
Mon-Thu<br />
Fri-Sat<br />
Sun<br />
9:30 am – 7 pm<br />
9:30 am – 5 pm<br />
11:30 am – 4 pm<br />
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Photo Release<br />
All visitors agree to be<br />
photographed/videographed<br />
during library events/activities<br />
for future marketing purposes.<br />
Customers with Disabilities<br />
The Library accommodates<br />
customers with disabilities. Please<br />
call 847-742-2411 to discuss<br />
arrangements at least seven days<br />
prior to a scheduled event.<br />
Thank you community.<br />
Due to our work with many paners,<br />
your library received the nation’s<br />
highest honor conferred on<br />
museums and libraries<br />
for service to the<br />
community: the<br />
National Medal for<br />
Museum and<br />
Library Services.<br />
Library Closings<br />
All library locations will close early at<br />
6 pm for Thanksgiving.<br />
Wednesday, <strong>November</strong> 24<br />
Passport Services will close at 5 pm.<br />
All library locations will be closed for<br />
Thanksgiving.<br />
Thursday, <strong>November</strong> 25<br />
Passport Services will be unavailable.<br />
All library locations will be closed:<br />
Friday, <strong>December</strong> 24<br />
Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 25<br />
Friday, <strong>December</strong> 31<br />
Saturday, January 1<br />
Passport Services will be unavailable.<br />
Piano Performances<br />
Main Library Lobby<br />
Michael Martinez<br />
Tuesdays<br />
John Laborn<br />
Wednesdays<br />
Steve Yoder<br />
Thursdays<br />
11/2 – 12/28 • 11 am<br />
11/3 – 11/17 • 3:30 pm<br />
11/4 – 11/18 • 10 am<br />
Help to Literally Change<br />
Someone’s Life<br />
The Literacy Connection, an organization<br />
dedicated to adult literacy, is currently<br />
seeking local volunteers to tutor adults<br />
in Basic Reading or English as a Second<br />
Language. To learn more, attend a<br />
free one-hour orientation delivered<br />
synchronously over Zoom followed<br />
by tutor training. The tutor training is<br />
instructor-led remotely, with both online<br />
and out-of-classroom assignments<br />
and fulfills the 12-hour requirement to<br />
become a Literacy Tutor.<br />
To register or for more information, call<br />
847-742-6565, visit our website at elginliteracy.org<br />
to complete a Volunteer Interest Form, or email<br />
info@elginliteracy.org.<br />
Thank You to<br />
Gold Star Partners<br />
Gail Borden Public Library would like<br />
to thank the Gold Star Partners, who<br />
distributed more than 3,948 summer<br />
reading books to the youth in their<br />
programs. The Gold Star Partnership<br />
provides leadership and continuity—<br />
essential for the success of this important<br />
community initiative that keeps children<br />
reading throughout the summer.<br />
Art for All Winter Display<br />
<strong>December</strong> <strong>2021</strong><br />
Discover the work of talented local artists.<br />
Their artwork will be<br />
on display at the Main<br />
Library.<br />
Roll N Donut Café &<br />
Douangchay’s Kitchen<br />
Main Library<br />
Monday - Thursday<br />
Friday - Saturday<br />
Sunday<br />
9 am – 7 pm<br />
9 am – 5 pm<br />
Closed